Photographer's Note

Today is officially the first day of spring, so a simple temple-sakura shot for that occasion. I don't remember exactly the name of this structure, it is reached by cable car from Shimoda, nice place for a stroll though nothing spectacular. Another view in WS. Shimoda is near the tip of Izu peninsula, near Tokyo, with Mediterranean style seaside resorts on the west side, and a more unspoilt east coast with nice views of Fuji on a rare clear day. Some info from Japan national tourist office (JNTO) website:

Shimoda is situated in the southeastern part of the Izu-hanto Peninsula and is the core of Minami Izu. It is known as the city of the port that the American Fleet called Kurofune, the Black Ship, entered in the 19th century. They demanded trade with Japan, which at that time was under a national isolation policy that cut off any and all exchange with foreign countries. In the city is Ryosen-ji Temple, at which the then US Naval Officer Perry and Daigaku Hayashi, ambassador plenipotentiary, concluded the Japan-US Friendship Treaty, and a sketch of the signing ceremony remains at the Temple.

Hi Tan,
flowering trees. It won't take long. We've got them here too, these trees and call them Japanese Cherry.
Great and hope-providing picture.Nice composition and very fine colours.
Thanks and regards, Gerrit

Hello Tan
It is really spring view. I like the colours of the tree-flowers and of the other parts of the picture. You say spring... hmm, I`m just back from a short (only 5,5 km) run on my skis :).
Have a nice spring.

Konnichiwa Captain-san,
This one looks dedicated to me as it is ptobably the past photo of yours I'll see before departing for Japan, there's a lovely spring feeling in that view, I like how the blossoms combine wonderfully with the attractive temple architecture, all under superb light, hope to see such views too soon although the current weather forecast advertises rain :-(
Have a nice day,
Jean-Yves

Hi Tan,
An excellent choice for this first day of spring. Just by looking at the thumbnail there is absolutely no doubt as to which country this photo comes from... this is just so typical japanese! :o)
Beautiful colors (as in all your shots) and a wonderful compo.
Have a nice day.
Brigitte

Wonderful photo that really calls for the spring. Beautiful low angle view over the temple which is so colourful. The colours in this scene are amazing and the details are fantastic. Amazing shot, Tan!

Hi Tan,
You have not a normal usual world view but a wonderful world scenery to post and in the best way. I like to share with your surprising activity experience in any place in also your nice social behaviour and Sharing posts. YOU are in my Favourites and is for me correct because you share in a good will, critique and quality post. Personaly travelling not so much by my age, but you also like GREAT work and a Hello SPRING because all Fits all. Best to you from your friend,

Hi Tan,
Pleasure to see this photo. Really relaxing.
I went to Japan arround January last year, and the cherry hadn't come out which was the most pity for me.
Sharp and neat shot, congratulations! The shadow of the cherry is also a noticeable detail.
Thank you so much for sharing and regards,
Mi

Hello Tan
What an appropriate and attractive scene to see in the spring. I expect we'll see much more sakura on TE once the hordes of TE members return from JP next month ;-) This is such a beautiful and quintessentially Japanese view, and the colours and sharpness are stunning. Great work, as ever!
Susanna

As you prove it in ALL your photos, you manage to get the best out out every situation. I can't imagime someone else visiting this place and improving this one for instance, I wish I had more favorites.